Electrical Controls Engineer
Location
Concord, NC | United States
Job description
Requisition Number: 62516
Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.
We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.
Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.
Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
Position Summary:
Process Electrical Engineer position will serve as a process and electrical engineering resource for the Forming equipment support group in Corning’s Concord, NC facility. Main responsibility is to ensure that complex manufacturing equipment and processes meet daily production requirements in terms of safety, quality, and reliability.
Essential Skills & Duties:
- Monitor process attributes on a daily basis, initiate and verify responses throughout the support chain. Participate in synchronization efforts by actively receiving new technology and processes.
- Seek out and implement cost reduction opportunities.
- Knowledge of various controls platforms and electrical engineering principles.
- Provide high quality electrical and process support for a fast-paced 24 x 7 manufacturing environment.
- Track daily production/quality metrics and plan reactionary measures as needed.
- Own performance of key attributes: develop and maintain tracking tools, report out on daily discrepancies, and manage long term performance.
- Experience with various electrical and machine control systems.
- Equipment and process troubleshooting skills.
- Work closely with support technicians to resolve equipment issues.
- Provide incremental training and coaching on new equipment or process changes as needed.
- Provide constructive coaching and guidance throughout all levels of the support organization to develop appropriate troubleshooting skills and techniques in others.
- Ensure all equipment and processes are safe to operate.
- Understanding of NEC and other pertinent safety codes.
- Ability to work across various functional groups on a daily basis to accomplish goals: Operations, IT, Facilities, Project Engineering, QE, etc.
Travel Requirements:
Hours of work/work schedule/flextime:
- 8-10 hours/day; 40-50 hours/week.
- This position requires off-hours coverage on nights and weekends on a rotating basis with co-workers.
Required Job Knowledge & Education:
- B.S. Electrical Engineering/Technology degree with equipment/controls experience.
- Experience with various motion control devices, I/O devices, field wiring and disconnect devices.
- Knowledge of closed loop control systems and PID tuning.
- Sound understanding of AC/DC electrical theory, and practical application thereof.
- Experience with various electro-mechanical devices such as; servo motors, valves, sensing devices.
- Ability to generate and interpret electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical.
- Good problem-solving skills.
Desired Skills:
- Self-starter able to exceed expectations with a minimal amount of Supervision.
- Highly motivated with a focus on customer satisfaction and results.
- Basic understanding of project management skills.
- Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues before they occur Ability to reach fundamental understanding.
- Working knowledge of data analysis techniques using Microsoft Excel and Access.
- Understanding of Six Sigma techniques.
- Strong written/verbal communication and overall people skills.
- Ability to participate on, or lead, project or process improvement teams.
- Knowledge of ANSI standards, NFPA and NEC applicable Electrical Codes.
- Grounding and shielding of electrical systems.
- Ensure safety procedures, such as Lock-Out Tag-Out, are followed at all times.
- Understand regulations applicable to area of expertise and works to ensure compliance.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $85,524.00 - $117,596.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
Corning Puts YOU First!
We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.
- Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.
- Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.
- Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.
- Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.
- Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.
We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .
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